malefic

/ˈmælɪfɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

causing or characterized by evil or harm

“The malefic forces of nature ravaged the countryside.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is malefic

“The malefic figure in the story was a symbol of evil.”

3. adverb

in a malefic way

“The company operated maleficly and eventually went bankrupt.”

Synonyms

  • evil
  • harmful
  • malevolent
  • wicked

Antonyms

  • benevolent
  • benign
  • harmless
  • kind